Unbeaten Laurente Dominates Marapu to Capture IBF Pan-Pacific Lightweight Crown; Gaballo Wins in Co-Main Event
PhilBoxing.com
Tue, 02 Sep 2025
Criztian Pitt Laurente remained undefeated as he vanquished the rugged Hebi Marapu (19-3) to win the IBF Pan-Pacific Lightweight title, upping his record to a pristine 15-0. Laurente outboxed the aggressive challenger from start to finish, delivering a masterclass that left little doubt about his rising stature in the division.
The scores reflected his dominant performance: 100-90, 100-90, and 99-91. In a post-fight interview, Laurente expressed his joy and relief, saying, “I am happy to win my first regional title. I want to thank my family, Sanman Boxing, Knucklehead, and all who support me.”
In the co-main event, former two-time interim world champion Reymart Gaballo (30-2) returned with authority, stopping Pawan Kumar Arya in the fourth round. The victory improved Gaballo’s record to 30 wins and 2 losses, a statement that he remains a serious contender in the bantamweight division. The night was promoted by Sanman Boxing and held at Phela Grande in General Santos City, to celebrate the Tuna Festival.
Undercard results:
Sem Enano KO4 Reycar Auxillo (Featherweight)
Jerald Into KO1 Alvin Lagumbay (Super Lightweight)
Gabriel Santisima UD8 Ramel Antaran (Super Bantamweight)
Esneth Domingo TKO3 Ariston Aton (Flyweight)
Claire Villarosa vs John Rey Labajo drew (Super Flyweight)
Yesihati Yeerken KO1 Marbon Bodiongan (Super Welterweight)
Nicole Aban KO2 Jomarie Pagulong (Flyweight)
Cholo Alvarez KO2 Marjun Tabamo (Super Featherweight)
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